What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Health Worker - Independent Practices position at Ohio Health?
We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more - in our careers and in our communities.Job Description Summary : Community Health Worker (CHW) will work with patients who are a part of our Clinically Integrated Network who are identified as having non-clinical barriers to engaging in treatment plans and recommendations. The goal of the CHW is to work with the multidisciplinary team to identify barriers to the patient's health care and coordinate support services and community-based resources to address those barriers with the patient. In addition, this position provides individual consultation and follow up based on Social Determinants of Health, patient demographics and lack of resources, and coordinates support for clients.This position will support our Independent Practices who are a part of our Clinically Integrated Network. This position will be hybrid with both in person and potential remote work.Education, Credentials, Licenses : High school diploma or equivalent, Community Health Worker Certification by an approved training program or started within 1 year of hire.Specialized Knowledge : Experience working with under privileged populations in the community.Minimum Qualifications : High School or GED (Required)Education, Credentials, Licenses : High school diploma or equivalent, Community Health Worker Certification by an approved training program or started within 1 year of hire.Specialized Knowledge : Experience working with under privileged populations in the community.Kind and Length of Experience : 1-3 yearsWork Shift : DayScheduled Weekly Hours : 40DepartmentUM Care Coord - AmbulatoryJoin us!... if your passion is to work in a caring environment... if you believe that learning is a life-long process... if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industryEqual Employment OpportunityOhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employmentRemote Work Disclaimer : Positions marked as remote are only eligible for work from Ohio.
